Secure Runtime Computers

The Plant SCADA runtime system is a Windows-based application. Typically, Windows allows you to run several applications at the same time, however, this may impact performance or obscure runtime messages and information if you require a computer to be dedicated to Runtime.

For example, an operator display panel may be used to present alarm notifications. You will not want the runtime screen minimized or hidden behind another window.

There are several ways you can limit access to software other than Plant SCADA.

• Client Startup Restrictions

• Run a Display Client as a Shell

• Disable Windows Keyboard Commands

• Disable Control Menu Commands

• Remove the Cancel Button

Note: To safeguard the performance and reliability of your Plant SCADA system while maintaining protection against malicious code, exclusion rules should be applied to your antivirus and malware scanning tools. See Antivirus Software Setup.